# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Manawatu Gorge Explorer
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 01:50 am – Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 05:40 am
- **Event Description**: ? Step back in time and travel by heritage steam train through the spectacular Manawatu Gorge to Woodville and return. This steam-hauled journey follows one of New Zealand’s must-do rail routes, offering dramatic scenery as you relax in our beautifully restored carriages with large viewing windows, air-conditioning, and comfortable seating. For photographers and fresh air lovers, our observation carriage provides open air viewing.

Enjoy food and drinks from our onboard cafe carriage as the scenery rolls by, then spend free time in Woodville while the locomotive is serviced and turned. The Woodville Railway Station Museum will be open to explore during the stop.

Departing from Feilding and Palmerston North, this special Mainline Steam excursion is not to be missed by rail enthusiasts, families, and anyone who enjoys classic New Zealand travel.

? Departure Stations & Fares
Feilding / Palmerston North → Woodville (return)
• Adult: $56
• Child: $37
• Child age: 3–14 years
• Under 3s travel free on a parent’s lap
Seats can be selected during the booking process.

? Indicative Timetable
Outbound
Feilding – 11:20
Palmerston North – 11:55
Woodville – 12:45

Return
Woodville – 14:00
Palmerston North – 14:50
Feilding – 15:40

? Seats are limited — book early to secure your place on this classic steam journey through the Manawatu Gorge.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/palmerston-north/manawatu-gorge-explorer/200029524184146
- **Event Categories**: photography, performances, art, theatre, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 426

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Palmerston North
- **state**: MW
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Palmerston North Railway Station
- **lat**: -40.3444
- **long**: 175.5944
- **full address**: Palmerston North Railway Station, Matthew Ave,,Palmerston North, New Zealand

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Manawatu Gorge Explorer being held?
  - **A:** Manawatu Gorge Explorer takes place on Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 01:50 am to Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 05:40 am at Palmerston North Railway Station, Matthew Ave,,Palmerston North, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Manawatu Gorge Explorer?
  - **A:** Manawatu Gorge Explorer is organized by Mainline Steam Heritage Trust.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Manawatu Gorge Explorer is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Palmerston North, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 420+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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